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Harold Trott Obituary
Sunrise: January 18th 1938
Sunset: April 26, 2010
Harold Robert Trott, or Bob as he was known to friends and family passed on and went home to be with the Lord April 26, 2010 at the age of 72. Bob was born January 18th, 1938 in Swampscott, Massachusetts to Howard and Bernice Trott of Lynn, Massachusetts, now deceased.
Bob was a graduate of Lynn Trade High School, Lynn, Massachusetts June 8th 1956. Upon graduating from Lynn Trade High school Bob enlisted in the United States Air Force on September 7th 1956. Bob rose to the rank of Tech Sergeant E-6 and served, for the most part, in the area of Logistics and supply. Bob served tours of duty in Vietnam and in Turkey during the 1960's and 1970s. While serving in Turkey Bob met his future wife Saniye Cicek of Alsancak, Turkey. They were married in Alsancak, Turkey December 22, 1962. The two settled in Karamursel, Turkey for 6 years while serving in the US Air Force. They started a loving family after returning to Andrews Air Force Base in Camp Springs, Maryland.
Surviving children include, stepdaughter, Rev. Bilge "Billie" Hooper and husband, Pastor Jon A Hooper of Bear, Delaware, son, Michael Trott, of Scottsdale, Arizona, son, Dennis Trott of Santa Maria, California, and daughter, Susan "Susie" Smith and her husband Steve R Smith, of Bakersfield, California.
Other surviving family members include brother, Mr. Larry Trott and "Ellie" Trott(now deceased), of Swampscott, Massachusetts and Mr. Warren Trott and wife Vickie Trott of Salisbury, Massachusetts.
Bob loved his family and was always there especially during any trouble times. Bob enjoyed doing yard work; cooking tri-tip BBQ; and even took the time to train his back yard birds to visit his head and hands to eat cracked corn and seeds. Bob had a good sense of humor and often entertained friends and family with his words and wit. On weekends his famous breakfasts of dollar pancakes made from all sorts of ingredients would feed family and friends. Bobs hobbies include a collection of lighthouses and lighthouse paintings, the lighthouse collection even includes a Fog Horn lighthouse that proclaims to the whole house that you are helping yourself from the cookie jar.
Bob leaves grandchildren, Camen James Rizzolo of San Juan, Costa Rica; Denise Saniye Felice and husband Chuck Felice of West Chester, PA; Racine Trott, of Santa Maria, CA; Deanna Mae Trott, of Santa Maria, CA; Amanda Nicole Smith of Bakersfield, CA; Brendon Smith, Oregon; Cody Dylan Smith of Bakersfield, CA; Tyler Michael Trott, of Colorado; and Brendan Taylor Smith, of Bakersfield, CA.
Great-grandchildren include, Gianna Beth Felice, of West Chester, PA; Bella Sofia Felice, of West Chester, PA; Garrett Daken Alford, of Santa Maria, CA; Keith Wayne McCoy III, of Santa Maria, CA; Maddox Alford Trott, of Santa Maria, CA.
A Memorial Service will be held Friday, April 30, 2010 at 3:00 pm at the Foster Road Church of Christ.
In lieu of flowers, any donations in Bobs honor can be made to:
Church of Christ
In Memory of Harold Robert Trott
795 E Foster Rd
Santa Maria, CA 93455
Arrangements are under the direction of Dudley-Hoffman Mortuary, Crematory and Memory Gardens.
Dudley-Hoffman
Mortuary & Crematory
(805) 922-8463
www.dudleyhoffmanmortuary.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Harold Trott
Chevelle Stewart
May 12, 2010
Heavenly Father!! I know Mr. Bob is up there with you making you and all the angels smile. Just tell him hello and that he will be missed. He was a great man and friend. Rest in Peace Mr. Bob. My prayer for his family is peace. Many blessings to you all!!
Jan Ryberg
May 10, 2010
Thanx Bob for always cutting up and giving all the ladies big friendly bear hugs. Everyone will miss you, especially me!
Lee Funn
May 10, 2010
I had the opportunity of working with Bob while stationed in the Air Force, ITT and InDyne; he always had a way of looking on the funny side of things which I really enjoyed. I missed him when I left Vandenberg a few years ago and I will miss knowing the emails I looked forward to will end. Wish his family my sincerest prayers for comfort and may the good memories be with you always.
Annie Evans
May 6, 2010
Bob was always a cheerful part of my frequent trips to the warehouse, but for so many of you, he was part of your "every-day". My heart goes out to all of you who worked with him, and to his family, my heartfelt prayers for comfort and peace.
Karen Williams
May 5, 2010
I had the very good fortune and extreme privilege to meet Bob thru Helen. I felt like we were old friends within the very first moment I met him - truly a warm, sincere, loving soul with a twinkle in his eye and such a wonderful sense of humor. I was very shocked and saddened to learn of his passing. It makes sense though in that God called home one of his Angels that was living here on Earth - God wanted Bob with him now. I know we will all see you again, Bob! Wait for us!
Lori Duncan
May 4, 2010
Bob Trott was my best friend in the whole world. He would call me BFE which meant Best Friend Ever, but I told him it meant Big Fat Elephant! LOL. He would come over every night for coffee except for Thursdays when he went to get grocerys. We also rode together most mornings and had some great laughs. My husband, daughter, and gunner (our lab) truly loved his positive attitude about everything in life. I miss him every day. My prayers go out to your family.
I love you Bob.
Larry Aragon
May 4, 2010
Goodbye Bob, my prayers for your family. If you were lucky enough to see him on those foggy grey days at VAFB the rest of your day became brighter. Thank You for sharing your life stories with me. All will miss you. Larry Aragon
Christina Smalley
May 4, 2010
Helen couldn't say it any better when she said Bob's mold was thrown away when he was born for no one can replace such a wonderful man. Bob was one of my nearest and dearest friends. He always had a smile for everyone and a wave hello. Like a said in my eulogy, my world, while he was in it was a better place. My heart and prayers are with his family. I miss you very much Bob. Look after my family from Heaven, please!
Helen Blea
May 3, 2010
Bob was my dearest friend. He will be missed by so many people. My prayers go out to his family. I do realize that God needed him more and I praise God that Bob did not suffer. He was there for everyone. He was a true friend and the most caring loving man. When Bob was born his mold was thrown away. No one can replace such a wonderful man.....we will miss you everyday my friend but we also know that you are smiling down on us. I miss you Bobby!!!
Dawn Dockery
May 3, 2010
Bob was truly an awesome person. He was so sweet and kind and always had a smile on his face. I only knew him from work but he truly was a good person. Dawn Dockery and family.
Kim Anderson
May 1, 2010
I want to thank the entire Trott family for letting me share your farewell to Bob. It was a beautiful memorial to him. I worked with Bob for over 20 years and he was always the happiest and funniest person to work with. He was a true friend and the most caring loving man. I thank God for giving me Bob as a friend if only for such a short time. Life will not be the same without Bob. Every time I see a lighthouse or Yankee candle it will bring a smile to my face and think of him. I am sure Bob is making everyone in heaven smile and laugh as he did on earth.
Gary Lown
April 30, 2010
Bob was the "coolest dude" that ever met. He always knew how to make me laugh. He was always there for me when I needed help. You will be missed!!! R.I.P buddy!!!
Michelle Villalobos
April 30, 2010
Bob you will be greatly missed! You were always so.. happy & positive, you could put a smile on anyones face! It is not the same without you! I miss you Bobby!
Debi Brown
April 30, 2010
Bob always had a hello for me, and made me smile. He will be missed!
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